SAUERKRAUT with GIN and CARAWAY

SAUERKRAUT with GIN and CARAWAY
“ Serve the sauerkraut with kielbasa and mashed potatoes or try it in a Rueben sandwich or as a hot-dog as a topper.”


1 2-pound jar sauerkraut, drained
1-1`/2 cups gin
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
¼ cup (1/2 stick) chilled unsalted butter, diced


Combine the sauerkraut, gin, and caraway seeds in heavy large saucepan. Bring to simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer gently, uncovered, until gin is reduced slightly more than half, stirring occasionally (sauerkraut will still be crunchy and the gin and caraway flavors will be absorbed, about 30 minutes. Add butter and stir until melted. Serve warm


Yield: 6-8